Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
This immersive half-day tour, accompanied by an expert Egyptologist guide, takes you to the birthplace of pyramid construction at Memphis and Saqqara. Explore the vast Saqqara necropolis, where you'll witness the revolutionary Step Pyramid of Djoser - the world's oldest stone structure and the first pyramid ever built. Continue to ancient Memphis, Egypt's first capital, to see the colossal limestone statue of Ramses II and the beautiful alabaster Sphinx. Your Egyptologist will bring these archaeological wonders to life, explaining the engineering marvels and historical significance of these sites that laid the foundation for all future pyramid construction and pharaonic architecture in Egypt.
What's included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Snacks
Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
Qualified Egyptologist guide
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
What to expect
Mit Rahina Museum
1h 30m · Admission ticket included
You will be picked up at your hotel, then the first stop will be Memphis is the oldest capital of Egypt after the unity in 3100 B.C. You will visit the open-air museum in the city. In Memphis, you will see the second-largest Sphinx in Egypt, the lying colossus of Ramses II, and many more monuments dug in this great city.
Saqqara Pyramid
2h · Admission ticket included
Visit Sakkara, the necropolis of the old kingdom where the oldest pyramid of king Zoser is known as the step pyramid was built in 2800 BC. Enter the complex and explore the oldest columns in Egypt. Enjoy the colored wall paintings that date thousands of years ago by entering one of the tombs of the nobles. The tomb of a noble is called a Mastaba and the walls of this type of tomb were covered with colored scenes that reflect the daily life activities in ancient Egypt. Bend down to enter the pyramid of king Titi to see the oldest holy texts on the pyramid walls. (included) On top of a little mount in Sakkara, you can have a panoramic view of 12 pyramids around.
After exploring these iconic landmarks, you’ll return comfortably in your private vehicle to your Cairo hotel, concluding your enriching half-day tour with Your Egypt Tours.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
8:00 am (Earlier or later departures are available from centrally located Cairo or Giza hotels)
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
